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39078-012: Small to Medium-Sized Hydropower Development Project
Project Data Sheet (PDS): Overview
Description
The objective of the Project is to facilitate essential investments required for power sector development in Afghanistan and invest in underserved and off grid areas, mobilizing local resource (small to medium hydropower) for maximum community benefits. The TA study will review existing hydropower assessment work and prepare a project suitable for external financing.... Read More
| Country |
Afghanistan |
|---|---|
| Project Number | 39078-012 |
| Project Type or Modality of Assistance |
Technical Assistance |
| Financing | Public sector (Sovereign) |
| Status | Closed |
| Approval Number |
TA No. 4662 |
| Approval Date | 03 Oct 2005 |
| ADB Financing ($ thousand) | 800 |
| Geographical Location | Kabul, Afghanistan |
| Sector / Subsector Classification |
Energy / Large Hydropower |
| Thematic Classification | Economic growth Environmental sustainability |
| Safeguard Categories |
Environment: B Resettlement: B Indigenous People: C |
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Responsible ADB Officer
P. Abeygunawardena
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Responsible ADB Department
Central and West Asia Department
Responsible ADB Divisions
Energy Division, CWRD
Executing Agencies
Ministry of Energy and Water
Engr Zia Gul Saljuki, General Director, Planning
PDS Creation Date
02 Mar 2006
Last PDS Update
19 Oct 2011